Structural / Civil / Facade Engineer

Kovach; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kovach is seeking a senior structural engineer to design bespoke aluminum façade systems, perform load-path calculations, and model behavior with FEM tools. You will develop submittal-ready calculations and coordinate with PMs, drafters, and fabricators to ensure constructability and compliance with codes.

The role requires 5+ years in commercial façade projects, strong materials knowledge, and proficiency in MathCAD and Excel for analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in structural engineering or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in structural engineering for commercial, specialty, and façade projects.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, materials, and fenestration industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and design of aluminum framing systems, sunshades, and related components.
• Develop load paths and perform calculations in compliance with codes and client specs.
• Conduct FEM, MathCAD, and Excel-based analysis for façade systems.
• Prepare engineering calculation packets for submittals and coordinate with teams.
• Collaborate with project managers, drafters, and fabricators to ensure quality and constructability.

Skills

Structural engineering

FEM analysis

MathCAD

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in structural engineering

Tools

MathCAD

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and design of bespoke aluminum framing systems, including ACM, sheet metal, perforated plates, sunshades and varied material inserts and fasteners.
• Develop load paths and perform calculations in compliance with building codes and client specifications.
• Conduct finite element modeling (FEM), MathCAD, and Excel-based analysis for façade systems.
• Evaluate unitized and stick-built curtainwall systems and design structural loading additions, including extensive connection detailing.
• Prepare and assemble engineering calculation packets for submittals.
• Evaluate subcontracted engineering work and provide technical direction.
• Coordination & Documentation
• Collaborate with project managers, drafting teams, and fabricators to achieve quality, efficiency, and constructability standards.
• Compile and present engineering documentation, including structural reports, drawings, and calculations.
• Conduct site observations and collect field data to support design validation.
• Business & Client Support
• Review technical specifications for negotiation and project initiation.
• Support preliminary engineering designs for sales and estimating teams.
• Serve as a technical liaison with clients to communicate engineering intent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structural engineering across commercial, specialty, and façade projects .
• Strong knowledge of building codes, materials (wood, concrete, steel, masonry, aluminum), and fenestration industry standards.
• Proficiency with structural software (FEM tools, MathCAD, Excel).

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